CAS Number:124‑41‑4
Synonyms:Sodium methylate; NaOMe
General Formula:CH₃ONa
Product Introduction
A strong base and nucleophile available as anhydrous powder or ~30% w/w solution in methanol. Common in biodiesel production, fine chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis, and polymer initiations.
| Form | Powder | 30% Solution in Methanol |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder | Clear to slightly yellow liquid |
| Density | ~0.97 g/mL (solid), bulk 500–600 kg/m³ | ~0.97 g/mL |
| Melting Point | ~–98 °C (powder) | < 6 °C |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes ~400 °C | ~93–95 °C |
| Flash Point | ~11 °C (powder dust risk) | ~33 °C |
| Solubility | Soluble in methanol, ethanol, water; hydrolyzes | Soluble in alcohols; miscible with methanol |
| Sensitivity | Air- and moisture-sensitive (powder) | Hygroscopic and flammable liquid |